Helpers--Electricians Salary in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, helpers--electricians earn $39,490 at the median — $18.99 an hour. The range runs from $20K at the entry level to $53K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Pennsylvania. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $39K get you in Pennsylvania?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Pennsylvania
Entry-level helpers--electricians (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $53K or more, a $33K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Electricians salary by metro in Pennsylvania
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | $44K | +11% | 40 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $42K | +7% | 690 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $41K | +5% | 100 |
| York-Hanover | $40K | +1% | 80 |
| Pittsburgh | $39K | -1% | 320 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $38K | -5% | 60 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $37K | -5% | 60 |
| Erie | $35K | -11% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--electricians make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $39,490 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $20,180, and experienced helpers--electricians can clear $52,730. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Pennsylvania?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,713/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,351/month, which eats 49.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--electricians salary go in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--electricians salary is worth about $41,582 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--electricians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.